Housing

Residential life on campus

Hall living, which builds a sense of camaraderie and belonging, is an integral part of the educational experience. All freshmen are especially encouraged to stay in the Halls where they can mingle and interact with one another by taking part in sports, social functions, cultural activities, entrepreneurial activities and other leisure pursuits.

NTU has 16 halls of residence that can accommodate some 9,200 students. Students can choose either single or double rooms as well as either air-conditioned or non-air-conditioned rooms. On average, 12 percent of the rooms are single rooms. The size of hall rooms range from 8.75 sqm to 21.45 sqm. The monthly rates for single and double rooms are $230 to $280 and $155 to $200, respectively.

All halls are co-ed, with male and female residents housed on separate floors or in separate wings. The halls come with facilities and amenities such as lounges, television rooms, air-conditioned reading rooms, kitchenettes equipped with cooking utensils, laundry rooms with washing machines and computer rooms with PC terminals.

Each hall is served by a group of five academic or administrative staff members who are appointed by the NTU President to carry out the important responsibilities of mentoring the students, promoting the quality of residential life and, in collaboration with the student bodies in the halls (known as the Junior Common Room Committees), forging a Hall and NTU identity.

Off-campus accomodation

Rental rates range from $300 to $900 per month for a room and $900 to $1,500 per month for an apartment,  depending on factors such as the size and type of apartment, furniture or furnishings provided and proximity to facilities.

When looking for off-campus accommodation, consider factors such as proximity to the University. Jurong West, Boon Lay and Jurong East are near campus. Proximity to direct bus services is another consideration, and it is important that you choose to live near a direct bus route to the University. Direct SBS bus services 179 and 199 ply the route between the Boon Lay Bus Interchange and NTU from 6am to 12:20am daily.

Other considerations may include proximity to shopping centres, shops, coffee shops, restaurants and supermarkets.

By and large, Singapore is a safe city, but everyone should still take precautions for his or her own security.

After having decided on your ideal accommodation, make direct contact with the house owners to inspect the premises and discuss rental terms. Remember to take into consideration other costs which may not be included in the rental such as utility and telephone bills.

Last but not least, do pay careful attention to the terms and conditions of the agreement, in particular the tenure and security deposits, before signing any documents.